narcimund 0 #1 November 22, 2002 There's a weird, indescribable phase between initial dating and marriage. Nothing really works here. "Boyfriend/girlfriend" sounds so junior high school, "partner" sounds cold, "lover" is a bit too intimate for introductions. So if you're in a serious, committed relationship but haven't married yet (or possibly are forbidden by law from marrying *cough* *cough*), what do you call the person you're relating with? First Class Citizen Twice Over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DJL 235 #2 November 22, 2002 I just say, "Hello, this is _____". If someone can't figure out that we're dating by our interactions it means that either they're dense, or out relationship is lackluster and it's time to chop. -doug"I encourage all awesome dangerous behavior." - Jeffro Fincher Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,456 #3 November 22, 2002 What he said. Actually, it could also mean that whether you keep each other warm at night isn't necessarily someone else's business. If someone else is trying to score and you're not available, "No thanks" seems to be pretty effective for me. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sonic 0 #4 November 22, 2002 QuoteNo thanks" seems to be pretty effective for me I thinks it's better to say you're already with someone, rather than just saying no. that way they don't feel let down as much.----------------------------------- It's like something out of that twilighty show about that zone Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freakous 0 #5 November 22, 2002 I am just impressed DJL came up with this valid opinion on his own! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Biscuit 0 #6 November 22, 2002 I think you can keep it light but get your point across by using any one of the following phrases: (they work best with silly grins) May I introduce Cindy, my special lady friend? This is my main squeeze, Adam. This is Terry, the light of my life. Have you met my guy, Jorge? Etc... etc... etc... M ****************************************** The last mosquito that bit me had to book into the Betty Ford Clinic. -Patsy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scrumpot 1 #7 November 22, 2002 The person I'm "sleeping with" (that term never made much sense to me either) I call my girlfriend. I certainly don't "sleep with" my wife any more! coitus non circum - Moab Stone Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tigra 0 #8 November 23, 2002 Personally, I prefer "partner" to "significant other." "Significant Other" sounds cold to me. Using the term "friend" usually offends the "friend" you are introducing, "special friend" is cheesy, boyfriend/girlfriend works to a point, but indicates a more casual relationship (like you are just dating...) Totally with you on "lover". "Main Squeeze" only works in certain company. I think I'm back to "partner", or as someone else suggested, not using a label at all. I've been engaged for 2 years, not even close to setting a date, but "fiancee" works for me. He pisses me off when he ocassionally refers to me as his "wife"! maura Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AirMail 0 #9 November 23, 2002 Before I married I always introduced my g/f as my Housekeeper. At our DZ one married couple always refer to each other as b/f or g/f, as in "Have you seen my g/f?". I like that.-- It's never too late to have a happy childhood. Postal Rodriguez, Muff 3342 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #10 November 23, 2002 just like this... "hey how are ya? I'm JT"My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #11 November 23, 2002 narcimund, you forgot to add "SLAVE"My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 3,006 #12 November 23, 2002 >what do you call the person you're relating with? "This is xxx, the chick/guy I'm doing." No need to mince words. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tigra 0 #13 November 23, 2002 We know a couple at the dz- she refers to him as her bitch, and she is his wench. Works for them! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrazyIvan 0 #14 November 23, 2002 I'd introduce her as: 1- She's my alter ego 2- I'm Her better half __________________________________________ Blue Skies and May the Force be with you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #15 November 23, 2002 A man comes home from work unexpectedly and walks into his bedroom. There is his wife in bed with another man. The husband yells, "Who the hell is this?". The wife replies, "Fair question. What is your name?". Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michele 1 #16 November 23, 2002 Quote Before I married I always introduced my g/f as my Housekeeper. Um, Patrick? Didn't I read somewhere that you're um, divorced now? Ciels- Michele ~Do Angels keep the dreams we seek While our hearts lie bleeding?~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jessica 0 #17 November 23, 2002 QuoteHow do you introduce the person you sleep with? "This is Eric. And this is Raul." Raul is my teddy bear.Skydiving is for cool people only Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scoby 0 #18 November 23, 2002 I don't see what's wrong with girlfriend/boyfriend. Everything else sounds like you're trying to evade something. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scoby 0 #19 November 23, 2002 Oh, and "main squeeze" seems to imply a "backup squeeze." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #20 November 23, 2002 I say "hi, this is Sebazz" ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cgross 1 #21 November 23, 2002 Why isn't "FUCK BUDDY" on the list? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mouth 0 #22 November 23, 2002 Bill...My next question would be, " What ya doing?????" Sorry but that just sounds so cold. -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skycat 0 #23 November 23, 2002 He is my pookie bear and I'm the boss. Fly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
outofit 0 #24 November 23, 2002 she calls me codeye! don't ask me why. It is better to be dead and cool than alive and uncool! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quatorze 1 #25 November 23, 2002 I no longer have the problem, I just say fiance. I'm not afriad of dying, I'm afraid of never really living- Erin Engle Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
